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Death Verification

The course is aimed at staff who wish to develop knowledge and skills in recognising death and the process of verifying an expected death.

Course Information

Estimated Time: 60 Minutes

Difficulty: Awareness Course

Categories:

Death Verification

Introduction
Signs That Death Is Near
Expected & Unexpected Death
Do Not Attempt Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR)
Who Should Verify Death
Death Verification & Certification
Assessment of Competence for Registered Nurse Verification of Expected Adult Death
Expected Death Verification By A Registered Nurse
Doctors Responsibilities
The Purpose & Benefits of Death Certification
The Guidelines & Benefits of The Use of PPE in Pre & Post Death Verification
Nurses’ Risk Assessment of PPE
Coroner Investigations 
Reporting All Infectious Diseases 
Verification of Death in A Patient’s Home
The Nurses’ Role in Communicating With The Deceased Family & Friends
Finding A Funeral Director & Their Role
Planning & Body Collection
Immediate Care Of the Dead Body & Family
Special Arrangements & Rituals
Preparing The Body For Family View
Transporting Deceased Body To Mortuary
Special Precautions
Care of Yourself & Your Colleagues